PhD Programme Manager

Job title:

PhD Programme Manager

Company

London Business School

Job description

The RoleSupport and Enhance our PhD ProgrammeWe are looking for a motivated PhD Programme Manager to join our forward-thinking Research and Faculty Office. You’ll manage the student life cycle from admission to graduation and deliver a high quality student experience. Help us continually enhance the quality of applications, and onboard the best new talent to take us into the future.Main Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of operational plans for the delivery of the PhD Programme
• Work closely with Faculty Coordinators, managing progress requirements for all PhD students
• Manage operational and Trans-Atlantic Doctoral Conference budgets, as well as assist students with external grant applications
• Ensure an impeccable student experience, monitoring progress milestones, the examination process, pastoral care and student facilities
• Take control of applications and admissions, issuing Certificates of Sponsorship and handling visa issues
• Line management (one direct report)

Who we are looking for

• Previous experience working in a Higher Education environment
• Student facing experience desirable
• Excellent stakeholder management skills
• Strong written and communication skills
• Able to work with a variety of software and databases
• Sound project management skills

Why London Business SchoolLondon Business School; a global and vibrant business community based in two of the world’s most dynamic cities, London and Dubai. It’s where extraordinary minds and diverse perspectives connect, to have a profound impact on the way the world does business and the way business impacts the world. We offer best in class hybrid learning to our students and participants, whilst creating a flexible, supportive and dynamic working environment for our people to excel in, whatever their location.What you can expect from us

• Generous annual leave of 27 days plus extra between Christmas and New Year
• Automatic enrolment to a fantastic workplace pension scheme
• Free onsite gym and swimming pool
• Amazing range of professional development to support your career path
• Enhanced cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing offering to support your physical, mental and financial health
• Up to 5 days volunteering leave or parent /carer emergency leave

Our commitment to driving inclusion and belongingWe are a globally reaching institution, committed to creating tangible and sustainable change in driving inclusion & belonging within our School, education and society at large. We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone in our community feels they belong and thrive. This is a key school priority, and we want everyone who joins LBS to feel respected, welcomed, and heard.Candidates needing sponsorship should assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship by evaluating their circumstances against the relevant criteria before applyingPlease note we start screening CVs and interviewing candidates from the start of a campaign. A successful candidate could progress to offer before the advertised closing date. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible if you are interested in any roles.Closing date- 19th November 2024London Business School

Expected salary

Location

Regent’s Park, North West London

Job date

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 05:19:37 GMT

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